Coccinellidae (/ ˌkɒksɪˈnɛlɪdiː /) [3] is a widespread family of small beetles. They are commonly known as ladybugs in North America and ladybirds in the United Kingdom; "lady" refers to mother Mary.

Oct 7, 2025 · A list of the lady beetles (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) of North Dakota with new records from North Dakota and Minnesota Fauske G.M., Tinerella P.P., Rider D.A. 2003.

ladybug, (family Coccinellidae), family of approximately 5,000 widely distributed species of beetles. The name originated in the Middle Ages, when the beetle was dedicated to the Virgin Mary and called …

Common Name: Lady Beetles Description: Ladybird beetle adults are oval and brightly colored. They appear to have three tarsal segments, but actually have four. A small bead-like third segment is …

Coccinellidae is a family of small, rounded (hemispheric), usually bright colored, short-legged beetles, known variously as ladybugs (North American English), ladybirds (British English, Australian English, …

Coccinellidae are found on every continent except Antarctica. Asian and African species are less studied than others. Coccinellids can be found in a variety of habitats, both on the ground and in the trees. …

The family Coccinellidae, commonly known as ladybugs or ladybirds, comprises small beetles that are often brightly colored and usually have spotted elytra (wing covers).

May 5, 2025 · Ladybugs are actually beetles and belong to the family called Coccinellidae. Ladybugs eat other insects like aphids, helping gardeners and farmers protect their plants naturally. Ladybugs …

Apart from the generalist aphid and scale predators and incidental substances of botanical origin, many Coccinellidae do favour or even specialise in certain prey types.

Back to Predators Table of Contents Lady Beetles (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) Lady beetles, ladybugs, or ladybird beetles are among the most visible and best known beneficial predatory insects. Over …